Detroit Red Wings
18 years since the franchise’s last title, the 2008 Stanley Cup.
#19 longest drought in the NHL, #75 across all four leagues.
Other droughts
Stanley Cup Final appearance
2008–09 season
17 years
Division title
2010–11 season
15 years
Playoff series win
2012–13 season
13 years
Playoff appearance
2015–16 season
10 years
Winning season
2025–26 season
Last season
A winning season means a points percentage over .500.
Championships counted (11)
2008 Stanley Cup2002 Stanley Cup1998 Stanley Cup1997 Stanley Cup1955 Stanley Cup1954 Stanley Cup1952 Stanley Cup1950 Stanley Cup1943 Stanley Cup1937 Stanley Cup1936 Stanley Cup
Franchise history
1926–1930Detroit Cougars
1930–1932Detroit Falcons
1932–nowDetroit Red Wings